Support for Women

Supporting women who are experiencing domestic abuse

If you are a woman who is experiencing domestic abuse, we are here to listen, believe and support you.

Waterside House Domestic Abuse Service provides a range of support services for women and children who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse and violence.

What to expect when you contact Waterside House

We know that every woman’s situation is different and unique to them. When you contact Waterside House, we offer you a safe, non-judgemental space where you can talk to someone in confidence about your situation.

You will be given information on the options available to you based on your individual situation, and be given a chance to talk through these options, so you can work out what’s best for you.

Whether you just want to talk, need support or information – whatever you need to do, we will listen, believe and support you through your journey to a life free from domestic abuse.

There is no judgement or pressure on you to take any particular path forward. You have the freedom to decide what is best for you, and when you feel ready, to take the next steps.

For Free &
Confidential Support

Call our 24-hour helpline

Supporting Mothers and Children

Children who have lived with domestic abuse and violence in their home are all impacted, but each child will be affected differently.

Our Children’s Service team works with children, providing a safe environment and support where your child can talk about and process their experience, to start healing and rebuilding relationships. We also work with mothers, providing tools and advice on how to help their children, and to work to rebuild the parent-child relationship.

COPE Galway is a local Galway charity whose vision is for an “Improved Quality of Life in a Home of your Own” for people affected by homelessness, women and children experiencing domestic abuse, and older people in our community.